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New Zealand commemorative coins for Sir Edmun Hillary - CoinNews
May 30 at 3:03pm
New Zealand has issued commemorative silver and gold proof coins honoring the life achievements of Sir Edmund Hillary. The release of the proof coins mark the 55th anniversary of Hillary’s adventurous climb of Mount Everest with Sherpa Tenzing Norgay on May 29, 1953. The two were the first climbers to conquer Everest.
Sir Edmund Hillary was 33 then, and lived on to accomplish other extraordinary feats during his 88-year lifetime. According to the New Zealand Post, who released the coins…
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Coins mark Sir Ed’s achievements - TVNZ
May 29 at 10:10pm
A special edition of pure gold and silver coins is being issued to mark Sir Edmund Hillary’s accomplishments. On May 29, 1953 Sir Edmund and Tenzing Norgay reached Mt Everest’s peak.
The quarter ounce pure gold coins are being released by New Zealand Post under authorisation from the Reserve Bank. They are legal tender for $10 but will cost $575 to buy.
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